Shark species
Thresher Shark
Hunter with a tail built like a whip
3.5 to 6 meters230 to 500 kg
Overview
Thresher sharks are instantly recognizable for their extraordinary upper tail lobe, which they use to stun schools of fish.
Habitat
Offshore temperate and tropical waters near continental slopes and productive pelagic zones.
Diet
Schooling fish, squid, and pelagic prey clusters.
Gallery
Thresher Shark
Interesting facts
- 1Can strike prey with its tail before circling back to feed.
- 2Its silhouette is among the most distinctive in shark ecology.
- 3Often occupies deeper waters during the day and rises at night.
Average length
3.5 to 6 meters
Average weight
230 to 500 kg
Conservation
Vulnerable (IUCN)